Dedicated F&B Leader Sets MMI Apart

Published July 29th, 2024

​MMI Hotel Group, a leading hotel management division in the Southeast, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris DeMers as the new Corporate Director of Food and Beverage. This newly established leadership position reflects MMI Hotel Group's commitment to enhancing the food & beverage experience across the entire portfolio.
 
Throughout his career, DeMers has demonstrated an exceptional ability in managing and developing hospitality concepts, executing regional and national multiunit start-ups, and overseeing business rehabilitation. Most recently, he held the position of Vice President and Corporate Director of Operations and Development at The Kolache Kitchen in Louisiana and Florida. Under his leadership, the company experienced significant growth, including the birth of a national franchise program, with the development of multiple units and the expansion of its footprint into new markets.
 
"We are thrilled to welcome DeMers to the MMI Hotel Group family," said Dominic Buompastore, Vice President of Operations for MMI Hotel Group. "His innovative approach and intuitive leadership style have made him a respected industry leader and consultant, and the perfect candidate for this new role we’ve created at the corporate level."
 
DeMers's expertise extends across various segments of the hospitality industry, including full-service restaurants, quick-service restaurants, and catering operations. He has a proven track record of success in operational management, organizational leadership, and strategic planning. In this new role, DeMers will be responsible for overseeing the food & beverage operations across MMI Hotel Group's portfolio of properties
 
"It’s an honor to join MMI Hotel Group. I'm excited to lead our food and beverage operations to higher levels in current business, but also as we define and accelerate our food and beverage initiative moving forward into new business," said DeMers. "I embrace the opportunity to challenge and collaborate with our talented team, to elevate the dining and sensory experiences for our guests, and to drive creativity and innovation across our properties."